defender

Example Sentences

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"I couldn't get my mate Diogo Jota out of my head today," defender Robertson said after Scotland secured World Cup qualification in November.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Over the first two games of the NBA Finals, the Knicks have managed to counteract Victor Wembanyama, the league’s best defender.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

I once openly cheered as Clark raced down the court, dribbled behind her back, skated past a helpless defender, and drained a three-pointer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Caligiuri faked right then cut left, the beaten defender sticking his right leg out wildly in protest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Their public defender was a young-looking man with thinning red hair.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings